If you or someone you know is in crisis,

call or text 988

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

or visit them on the web

988lifeline.org

This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls are confidential.

It is important to note that suicide is not a normal response to stress. Suicidal thoughts or actions are a sign of extreme distress and should not be ignored. If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently.

Needing help and living in North Dallas or Colin County area?

For those in North Dallas & Collin County area seeking local mental health counseling services, learn more

Blog & Articles

Blog & Articles

Faith in Mind : Stories of Light and Hope
Explore the Relationship Between Faith and Mental Health

The Journey of Grief

August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day. Rev. Jennifer Powell shares her insights into grief, faith and how to help others

August 30, 2023
Carrie Cravens

Churches Still Struggle to Talk about Mental Health

Mental health remains an elusive challenge for both clergy and lay leaders, even in this post-pandemic world.

August 16, 2023
Doug Reed

Managing Back-to-School Stress as a Parent

Therapist Laurie Kendig, LCSW-S shares how parents can manage the overwhelming stress of back-to-school.

August 2, 2023
Carrie Cravens

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Night

Beacon of Light and the St. Andrew Hope Squad will provide QPR, Suicide Prevention Training to adults and students.

July 25, 2023
Carrie Cravens

Grace Like a Waterfall

God's unmerited grace enfolds us like a waterfall.

July 19, 2023
Carrie Cravens

Faith, Self-Care and Mind: Amanda’s Story

Faith in Mind: Stories of Light and Hope, Season 1, Episode 7.

June 26, 2023
Doug Reed

4 Ways to Improve Self-Care

What if self-care was an intentional act that enables each of us to be our best not only for ourselves but for others?

July 12, 2023
Doug Reed

8 Tips to Keep Your Emotional Health Sunny in the Summertime

Summer can be a fun but also a stressful or emotional time. These 8 tips can help you get the most out of your summer.

June 13, 2023
Carrie Cravens

Overcoming Mental Health's Silent Stigma

This post describes easy actionable steps that both lay people and church leaders can take to destigmatize mental health.

June 1, 2023
Doug Reed

The Relationship Between Christianity and Mental Health

Even through difficult times of struggling mental health, God loves us and is with us, always.

May 24, 2023
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